A local real estate agent has argued that the above design is unique enough to make the SOLD! designation distinctive and registrable as a service mark for “information in the field of real estate and real estate services,” among other goods and services. The USPTO wasn’t sold on the idea, but not
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Tattoo Artists’ IP Rights Only Skin-Deep
By Duets Guest Blogger on
Posted in Copyrights, Fair Use, Famous Marks, Guest Bloggers, Infringement, Law Suits, Mixed Bag of Nuts
— Jessica Gutierrez Alm, Attorney
WWE wrestler Randy Orton has some unique ink on his arms and back, created by tattoo artist Catherine Alexander. Orton—and his tattoos—are featured in the WWE 2K video games. Alexander claims ownership of copyright in the tattoos, and is suing WWE and the makers of the video games for…
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By Brent Lorentz on
Posted in Branding
Monday, November 9, 2010 marked the release of yet another title in the often controversial “Call of Duty” video game franchise and, with that, the release of controversial advertising. Of particular note is the below commercial featuring Kobe Bryant and Jimmy Kimmel in a no-holds-barred shootout meant to illustrate the experience of on-line gameplay.
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